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Dinosaur Evolution Mystery Solved

Updated 2026-05-20 04:05 UTC 1 source Neutral

Scientists have identified a common evolutionary reason why several groups of predatory dinosaurs developed tiny arms. The key factor was the enlargement and strengthening of their heads.

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New Scientist
Five different groups of predatory dinosaurs independently evolved disproportionately small arms, and it seems they did so because their heads became so large and powerful
2026-05-20 00:01 UTC
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